Median Income
$29,650
61% lower than US avg
Home Value
$71,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$488
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.7%
35% higher than US avg
How Cairo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population135
Median Age59.1 yrs
Density287/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B
Median Income$29,650
Per Capita$22,313
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$716M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$71,500
Rent$488
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,927
Health
Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease8.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation838 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries2
Is Cairo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cairo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cairo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cairo is $29,650, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cairo is $71,500, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Cairo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Cairo has a population of 135 with a density of 287 people per square mile. The median age is 59.1 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 8.1% Hispanic.
Population
59.1yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 93.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.7% |
| 50% below US avg |
The median household income in Cairo is $29,650, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $29,650 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,313 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $999 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,491 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 263 |
| County GDP | $716M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,514 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.52% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Cairo is $71,500, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,927.
Home Values
| Census Median | $71,500 |
| 75% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $105,927 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $488 |
| 58% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,514 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.52% |
In Cairo, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 37.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cairo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.9% |
| 37% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.6% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.7% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 11.5% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.8% |
| Depression | 32.8% |
| Mental Distress | 25.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,150/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Cairo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Cairo has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 838 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2073°N, 81.1537°W |
| County FIPS | 54085 |